20 Genius Banana Recipes That Will Take Your Favorite Fruit to the Next Level!
Bananas are one of the most versatile and beloved fruits, perfect for more than just snacking. From classic baked goods to unexpected savory dishes, these 20 genius banana recipes will change the way you think about this tropical staple. Whether you’re looking to satisfy a sweet tooth or add a unique twist to your meals, these ideas are sure to inspire. Get ready to take your favorite fruit to delicious new heights!
Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies

Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies are my two favorite things combined: banana bread and chocolate chip cookies! There is truly nothing better.
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
A creamy, delicious Pumpkin Pie Smoothie blended with pumpkin puree, banana, yogurt, and cozy spices that tastes just like pumpkin pie in a cup makes for an easy and healthy Fall breakfast.
Easy Banana Cake Recipe with Frosting
Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is a moist cake bursting with banana flavor and topped with sweet brown butter cream cheese frosting.
Old Fashioned Banana Cream Pie Recipe
Buttery pie crust filled with freshly sliced bananas and an easy-to-make homemade custard (thanks to a secret weapon) make this the most delicious Old-Fashioned Banana Cream Pie ever.
Banana Bread Coffee Cake
Banana bread done coffee cake style. Made in a bundt pan with a pecan crunch topping. Perfect for brunch – or anytime you want a little extra something with your morning cuppa.
Banana Milkshake
Remake a childhood favorite dessert! This rich and creamy banana milkshake is a cool, refreshing treat for any time of year. It’s a simple recipe filled with bananas, rich ice cream, and milk and takes a mere 5 minutes. It’s so delicious you won’t be able to resist!
Easy Banana Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds
These easy banana overnight oats with chia seeds are vegan and gluten-free. Prep them in five minutes, and leave the rest of the work to the refrigerator. In the morning you have a delicious, nutritious breakfast waiting for you! Healthy and packed with fiber, this is an easy breakfast to take on the go.
Banana Pecan Waffles
Warm, inviting, and decadent, these Banana Pecan Waffles are the best wake-up for weekends and the holidays! With the perfect blend of sweet bananas and crunchy pecans, this easy recipe makes the best waffles in just 20 minutes!
Bananas Foster Pancakes
These Bananas Foster Pancakes are tender, fluffy and absolutely addictive! These delicious pancakes are topped with sweet caramelized bananas and pecans in a warm, rich and buttery maple syrup sauce. These pancakes with bananas foster sauce are sure to become one of your favorite breakfast recipes. And the best part? They take under 30 minutes to make!
Banana Cream Cheesecake
Banana Cream Cheesecake is a simple, no bake recipe that can be made with a springform pan or into bars! Banana Cream desserts always hit the spot.
Easy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are a homemade, moist banana bread muffin filled with chocolate chips.
Peanut Butter Banana Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl
Mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of honey and cinnamon topped with warm peanut butter, crunchy nuts and banana slices is one epically delicious breakfast bowl.
Homemade Banana Pudding
This Homemade Banana Pudding recipe is a classic Southern dessert made with layers of sliced fresh bananas, an easy homemade custard, Nilla wafers, and topped with a light and fluffy meringue! It’s the perfect way to finish any Southern meal!
Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe
Simple and classic banana bread recipe that is customizable with mix-ins or delicious plain. This bread has such a moist texture and delightful flavor!
Banana Fritter Recipe
Looking for a way to use up your overripe bananas? This Banana Fritters Recipe is perfect for a delicious dessert or even a fun breakfast! Use your bananas to make a batter which is then fried to perfection. These fritters are best served with powdered sugar, honey, or even eaten plain.
Banana Bread Pancakes
These gourmet looking pancakes are simply made . Begin with Bisquick mix, add in ripe bananas and a few spices and you have this scrumptious stack of pancakes.
Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars with Banana Filling
Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars with Banana Filling are inspired by a few recipes I found online credited to the country Burundi. The batter is a snickerdoodle cookie dough batter, which is placed in a baking pan with layers of bananas and dates in between. The entire dessert is then sprinkled with butter, cinnamon, and sugar to create a rich and delicious dessert for anyone to enjoy!
Banana Split Egg Rolls
The classic Banana Split ingredients are delivered to you in a new format… Cream cheese filling, pineapples, strawberries, bananas, and chocolate fried up in a cheesecake wrapper! This new twist on an old classic will leave you raving.
Double Chocolate Banana Bread
This double chocolate banana bread is a decadent dessert-like breakfast or an anytime treat to satisfy your chocolate cravings! It has cocoa powder in the batter itself and is also topped with a chocolate ganache and mini chocolate chips! When you serve this easy bread, every chocolate lover will thank you!
Bananas Foster French Toast
Bananas Foster French Toast are tender and golden brioche French toast topped with the most decadent caramelized brown sugar banana topping. This easy French toast recipe is mouthwatering delicious!